Drink water regularly – carry and drink at least 1 litre of water per person per hour and more in hotter weather. There is no drinking water in the park.
Avoid hiking in hot weather – the best months are May to August.
Hike – during the coolest times of day.Â
Wear a hat, loose long sleeved clothes, sturdy footwear and sunscreen – to minimise heat stress, sunburn and injury from rugged terrain.
Stay on the trail – follow the walk trail markers.
Be prepared – tell a trusted person of your plans and provide sufficient detail to them so they can get help if required.
Carry a Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) – or satellite phone, it could save your life. Mobile phone coverage is extremely limited.
Petroglyph Trail, Mundee, Mt Augustus NP
(Top trail)
Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.
Mount Augustus or Burringurrah, not surprisingly, is of great cultural significance to the local Wajarri Aboriginal people who live nearby in the Burringurrah Community. There are various sites where you can see for yourself, forms of ancient rock art (petroglyphs). The mosaic patern of a quartz vein can also be seen embedded in the rock. Certainly one of the easiest and most accessible locations for viewing good examples of Wajarri engravings is via the Petroglyph Trail.Â
Avoid touching the engravings. Oil from your hands will damage them.
Mount Augustus Tourist Park is a friendly caravan park with unit accommodation and camping grounds, with hot showers, laundry and a BBQ campers' kitchen for self catering.
Here is everything you need to know before visiting this trail.
Time / Duration
10 - 20 minutes
Length
200 metres return
Trail Access
4WD, mainly unsealed roads. Roads may be closed after heavy rain. Check conditions before travelling. Carry ample fuel, water and supplies to cope with all possible occurrences - see Group D list.
Trail Start
Mount Augustus National Park, 1100km (16 hours) north of Perth
Moderate trail that may have short steep hills, rough surface, many steps or some rock hopping. Directional signage. Some bushwalking experience and moderate fitness required.
What To Pack
What To Pack
Group B - Hiking & Long Distance Trails
(Bushwalks and/or longer trails)
Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Insect repellent
Plenty of drinking water (as a minimum carry and drink 1 litre of water per hour of walking, per person).
PLB or satellite phone
Clothing to suit the activity, environment and weather conditions.
Map/ Compass, do not rely on your phone in remote locations.
Snacks/ Meals to keep your energy levels up on longer walks
Extra food and water in case of unexpected delays
Rubbish bag to remove all your rubbish
Reference material such as wildflower wildlife guides.
Whistle (for emergencies, six short blasts per minute)
Small trowel for toilet emergencies, and a few sheets of toilet paper in a small waterproof bag.
Personal first aid kit (check that items are clean, properly sealed, have not exceeded expiry dates and that used items have been replaced).
Torch/ Headlamp
Binoculars and camera (optional)
Hazards & Warnings
Undercut cliff edges.
Loose rocks and unstable surfaces.
Extreme heat than can exceed 40 degrees in summer.
Prohibited items
No camping or open fires in National Park or Pastoral Lease. No pets.
Safety
For your safety it is recommended that you read the safety information provided by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
Facilities
Accommodation ranging from camping to donga style rooms are available at Mount Augustus Tourist Park.
Trails are free and offer countless benefits to our community, from fostering fun and fitness to encouraging social connection, exploration, and personal challenges. These exceptional trail experiences are made possible through the support and collaboration of these great organisations and initiatives:
Mundee Petroglyph Trail
Exploring the Aboriginal artwork
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Mundee Petroglyph interpretive signage
Interpretive signage
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Mundee Petroglyphs
Exploring the petroglyphs
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Mundee Petroglyphs
Petroglyphs
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Mundee Petroglyphs
Petroglyphs
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